Bridging gaps

Most Americans say history will view Biden as a failure

President Joe Biden has officially passed the reigns to President Donald Trump — and he leaves office with a tarnished legacy, according to a recent poll. In Biden’s final...

The reality TV roots of the MAGA coalition

Back in 2001, few politicians gave much thought to Joe Rogan — or even knew his name. They might have heard something about “Fear Factor,” the crass show on...

Not enough traction

Introspection

Biden, known more for his failures than successes

Lame-duck Joe Biden appeared to fade from a global leadership during the Brazil summit of the Group of 20 countries which was his last appearance as US president. He...

Voters sent a clear message to Democrats

George Skelton, Tribune News Service The state Legislature will convene a new two-year session on Dec. 2, and hopefully lawmakers have been reading the messages California voters sent them...

Democrats are leaning on celebrity star power

Kamala Harris has Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift and Beyoncé. Donald Trump has Kid Rock, Waka Flocka Flame and Hulk Hogan. As the 2024 campaign whirls into its final week,...

Republican election claims expose Labour’s blind spot

Donald Trump’s accusation of “blatant foreign interference” in the US presidential election by the Labour Party has proven to be a useful and effective stunt — and the party’s...

Democratic House hopes hinge on heartland

Daniela Altimari, Tribune News Service Dozens of Democrats crammed into a side room at a restaurant here last week and, over burgers, fries and cauliflower cakes, laid out their...